solar shingle

[choochinbigtime420]

do you cut the panels for the ridges?

[lordbiran1]

i emailed u the other day looking for more info i think u have a great product

[TheRealXesc]

Awesome product, awesome concept - I mailed you - let know how this progresses, please! :)

[mike5927652]

best idea i have seen...

[davepamn]

How many amps will an average roof produce?

[gosolar11]

@davepamn This all depends on the size of the roof, and how many powered shingles are installed.

[davepamn]

900 square feet of roof

[gosolar11]

@davepamn I do not have a film supplier for this product yet. I am still in the development stages. This varies from each PV film. When I have more answers I will contact you.

[Artezanos1]

@gosolar11 Unisolar, Atlantis Energy Systems and Dow Solar Solutions all have a version of a Solar Shingle. After almost 40,000 hits, if you dont have a Thin film provider......doesnt seem like you will ever get one! Sometimes you have to help the thin film manufacturer and design yourself around their product.

[davepamn]

@davepamn

I am not a thin film supplier. I am researching solar power.

[mischief13]

That is so cool!

[burrant61]

Hello, how is your project going so far? I would like to talk to you about it. Might be able to help get this going. Can you send me your email or post it here? thx.

[gosolar11]

@burrant61

dougleman1@yahoo.com

[captkirkconnell]

Nice system- I searched all over here, you are the only one who can show it- rest have pictures.

If Regulators stop you they need to b regulated.

[ArtisanTony]

I am not sure I would trust that many connections. What if one connection is defective? How do you find it and repair it?

[gosolar11]

This is no different than any other solar powered shingle. One has to make sure that all the connections are tested before the next row is installed. (same as any other)

[ArtisanTony]

There is a difference. I have been involved in the construction industry for 30 years and most solar shingle products pass wires through to the attic so that connections are accessible. Your product will never meet NEC code requirements for accessible connections.

If you had a bad connection there would be no way to find it. You have to engineer these issues into your product.

I have been involved with code issues and product testing, I normally charge for this type of consulting :)

[gosolar11]

There are many new smaller solar tile that work in the same way (Sole, Sunslates, Eagle green) to name a few. These all connect under the shingles without penetrating the roof deck. The difference between my idea and these are, the wind rating from the metal shingle, and the idea that the dummy shingles match EXACTLY, not just have the same profile, not just can be integrated, but exactly so one can not tell one from the other after installation.

[fred30680]

Let me get this right, this was posted in April 2008 Its now Jan. 2010 and your telling the guy below its not available yet ? Sounds a little odd to me.

This is somewhat of a new technology, right ? So how long will it last last ? What is the min power out of the cell ?

This sounds good but I want to know more.

[gosolar11]

Sorry it took so long for a reply. This was posted to try and get someone to make this for me. I had the idea, applied for the patent, but have no manufacturing experience, so I need help in that area. I have had some interest but not yet the right person. The shingle and the film are proven existing technologies, my idea was to put them together, with the dummy film.

[yahcahnah]

I need a roof and no electric bills,or a low bill. HOw can I get this product?

[gosolar11]

It is not yet available. I will update you when it is

[artezanosdotcom]

gosolar11, High temp does bear down on performance of any solar module or thin film. Solar Slates by Atlantis Energy are kind of the same idea and have been out for a while on a composite shingle. Dow Solar Solutions ripped off the same idea to make a solar shingle with thermal plastic embedded with Global Thin Film. Are you going to sue Dow for Patent Violation? You better hire a good attorney.

[gosolar11]

The solar slates and dow product are the reason my invention is better. While they say their shingle and solar shingle match the don't, these are a PERFECT match solar and dummy.

[artezanosdotcom]

Thin film and traditional silicon PV are now offered in different colors so color matching is not really a big deal anymore. Besides why would you make your whole roof dark? That would make your roof less energy efficient and lower the PV performance because of a higher surface temperature.

[gosolar11]

Some people and or homeowners associations still want their roof to match completely. This is the reason these others TRY to match. They just have not been successful at it. As you said, there are choices now in colors because people want a nice looking roof, the same holds true for matching.

[artezanosdotcom]

So for $800 to $1000 per square, What you are offering is really a color matching solution? Really I believe the first hurdle that should be overcome is the great expense to the homeowner to include PV. I dont really think the consensus would care about aesthetics much if they had an energy solution that would roll their FPL meter backwards.

[gosolar11]

Personally I wouldn't care if there was an elaphant on my roof if it was cheap and saved me money on my electric bill. However, by the attempts of others to match(and the failure to do so) there is a demand for this, and this is the best and only perfect match. $800 to $1000 a square is also on of the cheapest solutions

[petaxl]

What an akward way to install those tiny bits. Go and buy a roofing membrane from a roofing membrane manufacturer with a Uni Solar flex module onto it and you do your roof in a jiffy and with less connections to do. Since membrane is larger than module surface, you can shingle and still have no shadowing. And you get a 25 y guarantee from a supplier with years of experience.

A PV Industry Professional (not on UniSolar payroll)

[gosolar11]

The object of this style roof is not to just install solar on a roof. That can be acomplished with many different solar panels. The pupose of this roof is to have a totally integrated roof where the solar is indistinguishable from the area that is regular shingles. The base shingle is a 30 yr shingle with the same film attached that you speak of. As far as connections, any conection that fails is a problem no matter how many. The twistlock connections with dyelectric grease do not come apart.

[gosolar11]

Temp has no bearing on performance. Only sunshine

[Lueyrush]

how do these work in the cold like a michigan winter cus all this solar stuff real big in cali where it dont get cold, im jus wondering

[cabbaze]

heat buildup gonna reduce output from those panels heaps.

[meatcannon]

Bird shit?

[tlully]

Screw the solar companies. You need venture capitalists and take this to market. U can use my house for a display model.

[gosolar11]

This is a prototype, and still a work in progress. I have approached many solar companies with no buyers yet. The age would depend on which companies film I would use. The shingle itself will last 25 yrs.

[LoveandEqualityToAll]

Great video. I wonder whats the cost per shingle?

Im going to buy a house in 1 year so either i wait until the shingles get old or buy them once i get the house. If the cost is low then i just get a whole bunch.

[gosolar11]

No fixed cost yet. I am still working on getting these manufactured. Send me an email and I will keep you updated.

[LoveandEqualityToAll]

Thanks for reply. :)

[artezanosdotcom]

The demand is for an affordable solar roof integrated product that looks good and performs well. As any proud inventor, I would caution you to think your solution is the "best and perfect match". We have a roof solution that is just as good and already is in production with Florida and Miami Dade County approvals.

[alpenglow123]

Get rid of the wires. Use a fit connection. What is the age rating?  Patent this and goto General Electric!!!

[idstealth]

I think this is a very good idea, but you should not let the solar shingles shadow each other, if they do, they will not generate much power. All panels should be FULLY exposed to sunlight to work properly, any areas actually covered will actually suck power from your power storage unit or not generate any power at all for that particular shingle.

[chestnutdeb]

How can I contact you directly regarding these shingles?

[chestnutdeb]

Can I purchase these yet?

[bmed19]

cool. but since they wired in series wut happens when one of the wires dont connect ne more. then u got an entire row of non functioning shingles. cool idea tho

[gosolar11]

It is wired in paralel

[gosolar11]

this is still a prototype, when it is prodution I'm sure this will be tested

[goofboot]

How does the roof stand up to walking on as sometimes happens.

[gosolar11]

my shingle in the video produces electricity. The system the comment was on is to heat water only

[gosolar11]

Yes it is. We see it for swimming pool heat also.

[tamilmannan]

does this actually produce electricity or is it just for heating?

[rif42]

@GoSolar11

Not directly related to the PV cells, but I guess you know about this stuff. A simple tech is to use solar thermal capture panel on a roof as assistance to heat water for hot water and house heating. It is common in southern Europe e.g. Greece, but also works in colder locations like Germany and Denmark. Is it common in Florida and other US states?

[gosolar11]

Sorry this post is so late (holidays) Metal roofs are available in freezing areas already and have no problem with the cold.

[jamesgambino]

i live in ny. What are the downfalls when this metal shingle gets below freezing in the winter??

[qtrinh]

how much does this cost?

[gosolar11]

This isn't in production yet, so no firm cost yet. However I have cost estimates posted on the website. The link is under other info

[ruaidiot]

Looks great.

Suggestions:

1. Promote impact resistance.

2. Use Kynar coated panels.

3. Look into an elevated batten system to promote air flow under to draw the heat away from the interior.

4. DO NOT USE ADHESIVE BACKED UNDERLAYMENT. heat drive will make the adhesive flow, possibly staining the edge, rake, and facsia.

5. Use 'Vented Nailbase (R-Max)' or Atlas Crossvent and utilize sofet and ridge venting. you could possibly bury cables within the insulation.

i think your on to something

[rif42]

What about problem with cooling of backside of the solar PV cells? Do they still work well if roof becomes 50-60 degree Celsius?

[gosolar11]

I am still not making these, but looking for a manufacturer of film to partner with. I'm sure these issues will be addressed in testing

[musiclover1958]

If I buy a home I am getting this. Can this be put right over an existing roof?

[gosolar11]

It is better to tear off and go to the plywood

[saxmanchiro]

What about heat deterioration over time? The wires underneath as well. Separation of the film from the metal over time?

Thanks.

Otherwise, I can't see any problem with this system other than it being TOO good. We could eliminate the need for power stations, just have each house tie into the grid.

Good luck finding a backer.

[gosolar11]

I don't see any of those issues as being a problem. We have existing technologies already for each one of them. My invention takes existing technologies and tries to put them to a better more cosmetic use.

[felix26591]

what do you mean in your page by square a square of shingle for $3000 dollars or a square meter of shingles. i can't understand the square

[gosolar11]

A Sauare is 10 feet by 10 ft

approximatly 9 sqare meters

[Creatorisintherain]

Would an area 10x10 make enough energy for a small home?

[jamonic1]

where are you located? Get in touch with me if you can

[gosolar11]

vero beach FL. There is a website in the information part of the you tube page with all my contact info and more about the shingle

[jamonic1]

thanks.

[n8rsk8r1]

I wish you could give more facts as to what/how much energy is produced :)

[gosolar11]

Look at the website in the information box for that. I was limited in time on the video

[pgdevil]

GET THESE TO THE PUBLIC IMMEDIATElY!!!

[rbrdvb420]

Let me know when these are in production.

[solarshingles]

Very, very nice!